The Aftermath of Hurricane Sandy

Hurricane Sandy's arrival destroyed many homes and businesses across the Northeast and
Midwest on Monday. At this point, the megastorm has resulted in an
estimated 7.4 million people in the East without power and a death toll
of up to 33. Many fell victim to collapsed trees, while others succumbed
to deadly flooding.

Over the past couple of days, many schools and public transportation
services in affected areas were suspended. Even the New York Stock
Exchange has been closed since Monday. Heavy flooding in New York City subway tubes occurred, which could keep the system
shuttered up to four more days, an historic closure. Major tunnels,
highways and all airports in and out of the New York metropolitan area
were also closed in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Many states were
pummeled by sustaining winds up to 90 mph, heavy rains and even
blizzard-like snow. Residents of Chicago were warned to stay far from
Lake Michigan because of severe flooding, and thousands of New York and
New Jersey residents were evacuated from areas near water.

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Before making its way to the US, Sandy ravaged the Caribbean, leaving 60 people dead.

Wall Street is set to re-open tomorrow, but many schools will keep their doors shut. Presidential nominees are staying off the campaign trail out of respect for families affected
by the storm, and there has been speculation that Sandy's destruction
could push back voting, which is currently scheduled for Election Day,
Tuesday, November 6th.